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4/15/2026 7:45:00 AM

Pakistan: Enacts Virtual Assets Act 2026

Pakistan: Enacts Virtual Assets Act 2026

Pakistan shifts to regulating crypto with Virtual Assets Act 2026, enabling bank accounts for licensed VASPs amid AML rules, boosting crypto market growth in Pakistan.

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Pakistan has officially transitioned from crypto restrictions to a regulated framework with the enactment of the Virtual Assets Act 2026, as the State Bank of Pakistan issues BPRD Circular Letter No. 10 of 2026. This allows regulated entities to open bank accounts for PVARA-licensed Virtual Asset Service Providers and their customers, enforcing strict AML/CFT compliance. Industry leaders like @Bilalbinsaqib drive this shift, fostering trust and capital inflow into Pakistan's digital asset ecosystem, aligning with global trends in Bitcoin and BTC adoption. Experts eye this as a catalyst for crypto market growth in Pakistan, potentially influencing virtual assets regulation updates and Pakistan crypto investment opportunities over the next year.


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